Landlords

16 mins
Guide to renting with pets

Landlord's guide to renting to tenants with pets

The proposed new legislation makes it likely that most landlords will no longer be able to refuse tenancies to pet owners. Read our landlord's guide to private renting to tenants with pets.

14 mins
Commercial landlord laws

Guide to commercial landlord laws and regulations

A guide to all the law and regulations that commercial landlords need to know about.

15 mins
Section 8 notice

What is a Section 8 notice?

Here, we look at Section 8 notices in more detail and the circumstances in which they can be used. For example, Section 8 notices are typically served when tenants are in arrears.

8 mins
A commercial property located by the river, surrounded by people, is insured under a commercial property policy provided by Alan Boswell Group.

Who pays for building insurance on commercial property?

Who is responsible for insuring a commercial building? We answer landlord and tenant questions.

8 mins
Multi property insurance

Multiple properties insurance: a brief guide

Do you have a portfolio of residential or commercial properties – or both? If so, you may be considering multi-property insurance. Our guide talks you through the different types of cover available to you.

12 mins
Landlord house tenant

Guide to landlord accreditation schemes and courses

In most parts of the UK landlord accreditation schemes and courses are not compulsory. Even so, growing numbers of landlords are signing up, keen to enjoy the benefits they offer.

12 mins
EICR reports

Electrical checks for landlords | EICR report guide

Do you need an EICR report before you let out a property? Do you know the difference between Periodic Inspection Reports and Visual Inspection reports? Our guide to EICR for landlords answers these questions and more.

16 mins
right to rent checks

Right-to-rent checks

Under the right to rent scheme, landlords must check that prospective tenants have the right to live in the UK before renting out property. Failure to do so can result in heavy fines and even a prison sentence.

20 mins
Serviced accommodation

Guide to serviced accommodation

What is serviced accommodation, and is it a good investment for landlords? We look at the pros and cons and what insurance is required.

17 mins
Commercial landlord insurance

Commercial landlord insurance FAQs

Find out everything you need to know about commercial property insurance in our quick guide for commercial landlords.

11 mins

Rent Smart Wales - FAQs for landlords

If you are a landlord and you rent out property in Wales, it is crucial you understand the Rent Smart Wales scheme. We answer some of the most frequently asked questions about the scheme.

15 mins
90 day property rule

What is the 90-day rule in property?

What is London’s 90-day rule for short-stay property rentals, and what does it mean for landlords?